Microsoft has released a new test build of Windows 10 to Insiders in the Fast Ring. That build, No. 19603, released on April 8, includes integration of File Explorer into the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
Microsoft officials note in today’s blog post about the build, users have had the ability to access Linux files since Windows 10 1903, but today’s addition simplifies how users scan get to them (via the left-hand navigation pane in File Explorer). By selecting the Linux icon, users can see all their Linux distros and selecting those will place users directly into the Linux root file system for a particular distro.
Test build 19603 also adds user cleanup recommendations to Storage Settings. This will allow users to “digitally cleanse” their devices by gathering up unused files and apps into a single page that is removable with a few clicks. It also includes support for the latest version of the Raw Image Extension supporting the Canon CR3 raw format.
Microsoft also formally announced the Microsoft News Bar beta. (Leaks about this new app have been circulating for a while.) The News Bar presents the latest news collected by the Microsoft News network from 4,500 external publishers. Stories are updated throughout the day. News and stocks information are included today; weather and sports are coming in the future. The News Bar is configuarable, customizable and supports multiple monitors.
Those interested can get the News Bar beta from the Microsoft Store.
